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Updated on: Jan 2025

Social Media

BharatPe CEO Stresses Work Quality Over Long Hours

Jan 21, 2025

EPFO Sets New Deadlines for Higher Pension Cases Processing

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has raised concerns about delays in processing pen...

EPFO

Jan 21, 2025

Seminar on Social Security for Informal Workers Highlights Indias Progress

Union Minister of Labour amp Employment and Youth Affairs amp Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, ina...

Press Release

Jan 21, 2025

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TCS Launches a New Delivery Center in Toulouse

Tata Consultancy Services TCS has opened a state-of-the-art delivery center in Toulouse, France, t...

Industry

Jan 20, 2025

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Employment

Adecco India to Scale Up GCC Workforce to 2,500+ by Year-End

Adecco India has announced a significant expansion of its Global Capability Center (GCC), with plans to increase its workforce to over 2,500 employees by the end of the year. This expansion is part of Adecco’s strategic vision to enhance its global service capabilities and reinforce its leadership in talent management and workforce solutions across 60 […]

Jan 20, 2025

Work Model

JPMorgan Faces Internal Revolt Over Office Return Directive

JPMorgan Chase’s recent decision to mandate a five-day office return for its employees has sparked significant discussions about unionization among the workforce. The move, announced on January 10, 2025, has led to discontent among employees who were previously on hybrid schedules. JPMorgan Return to Office Mandate and Employee Backlash The new policy requires approximately 40% […]

Jan 20, 2025

Employment

India’s Budget 2025: Boosting Female Labor Force Participation

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce a series of incentives and measures aimed at boosting female labor force participation in the upcoming Budget 2025, scheduled for February 1. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to achieve gender parity in the workforce and enhance the country’s GDP contribution. The global female […]

Jan 20, 2025

Industry

Legal Firms Expand Expertise with Non-Legal Hires

India’s legal landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as legal firms increasingly tap into diverse talent pools to meet the evolving demands of modern business and regulatory environments. This shift is driven by the rising complexity of legal issues, particularly in areas such as technology, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, and cybercrime. Legal Firms […]

Jan 20, 2025

Industry

Big Four Firms Advise Reduced Work Travel, Use Public Transport

The Big Four firms Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG have advised employees to reduce business travel and prioritize virtual meetings to save costs and address environmental concerns, according to a report by Money Control. Big Four firms are urging employees to limit trips, including client visits, in favor of online collaboration. For unavoidable travel, employees […]

Jan 20, 2025

Layoffs

Top 5 IT Firms Report Job Cuts in Q3FY25 After Hiring Surge

India’s top five IT services companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra—reported job cuts of 2,587 employees in the third quarter of FY25 (Q3FY25), reflecting a seasonal slowdown typical for the industry. This comes after a strong hiring boost in the previous quarter, suggesting a cautious recovery after the challenges of the […]

Jan 20, 2025

Press Release

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya to Lead Seminar on Informal Sector Challenges

Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, in collaboration with the ESIC and International Social Security Association (ISSA), is organizing a two-day international seminar on the topic “Formalization and Social Security Coverage for Workers in the Informal Sector: Challenges and Innovations.” The seminar will be held at Yashobhoomi – India International Convention & Expo […]

Jan 20, 2025

Press Release

EPFO Introduces Member-Friendly PF Transfer Reforms

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant reforms to simplify the process of transferring provident fund (PF) accounts. These changes aim to enhance service delivery and ensure ease of living for its members. EPFO: Simplified Transfer Process EPFO has streamlined the PF transfer process by removing the requirement for employer intervention in most cases. […]

Jan 20, 2025

Appointments

Saint-Gobain India Appoints Ramya Sampath Sharma as CHRO

Saint-Gobain Group India appoints Ramya Sampath Sharma as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Ramya brings with her over 27 years of rich experience in human resources, having held senior leadership positions across a wide range of sectors, including software services, manufacturing, and technology. Impact on Saint-Gobain India and Professional Background Ramya’s leadership will further strengthen […]

Jan 18, 2025

Hiring

NTT Data Hiring in India: 500+ Job Opportunities Available

NTT Data, a global leader in IT services and consulting, is hiring for over 500 roles across India, according to job postings on LinkedIn. The company’s hiring strategy focuses on recruiting talent from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India, providing remote work options. The company emphasizes skills in generative artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, privacy, […]

Jan 18, 2025

Hiring

TCS Mega Walk-In Interviews in Multiple Cities on 25 January 2025

India’s largest IT services provider company Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is organizing Walk-in drives across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Noida, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Ahmedabad to fill various technical and functional roles. These opportunities are ideal for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment. Open Positions Locations: The walk-in drives will take […]

Jan 18, 2025

Survey & Report

India’s GCC Ecosystem Poised for Major Growth by 2030

India is poised to become a global hub for Global Capability Centres (GCC), with projections indicating that these centres will employ 1.9 million people by 2030. This growth reflects India’s increasing prominence in the global business landscape and its ability to attract top-tier companies from around the world. GCC Ecosystem: Current Landscape and Growth Projections […]

Jan 18, 2025